Spasms

Spasms - Symptoms

Spasms - How to prevent?

Spasms - Causes and Risk Factors

Spasms - Diagnosis

Spasms - Treatments

Eyelid myokymia usually does not require any treatment.

However, when persistent, treatment with medication or injections may be considered. Essential blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm may also be treated with medication, injections or surgery.

The treatment option will depend on the patient’s preference following discussion with the neuro-ophthalmologist and/or neurosurgeon.

Spasms - Preparing for surgery

Spasms - Post-surgery care

Spasms - Other Information

Article contributed by Neuro-Ophthalmology Department, Singapore National Eye Centre

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